SENDCO & Inclusion Leader for Innovative Primary School

Dorset Council UK; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

SEN Allowance

Job summary

Pokesdown Community Primary School in Bournemouth is seeking an exceptional SENDCo to join our friendly team. The role combines teaching with strategic SEND leadership, ensuring every child is valued, supported and included. Start date January 2027, with visits warmly encouraged.

We open our ASD Resource Bases soon and seek a passionate leader who can collaborate with families, therapists and staff to raise attainment and wellbeing across the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Bachelor qualified teacher with QTS and SENDCo experience.
• Strong knowledge of SEND Code of Practice and processes.
• Ability to lead inclusive mainstream practice across the school.
• willingness to complete NASENCO or NPQ within timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality SEND provision and inclusive teaching across the school.
• Collaborate with therapists, families and external agencies.
• Develop and manage ASD resource bases and new teams.
• Support staff with SEND strategies and curriculum adaptations.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusive culture.

Skills

SENDCo leadership

Team leadership

Family engagement

Inclusive teaching

Communication

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

NASENCO or NPQ for SENCOs

Job description

Pokesdown Community Primary School in Bournemouth is seeking an exceptional SENDCo to join our friendly team. The role combines teaching with strategic SEND leadership, ensuring every child is valued, supported and included. Start date January 2027, with visits warmly encouraged.

We open our ASD Resource Bases soon and seek a passionate leader who can collaborate with families, therapists and staff to raise attainment and wellbeing across the curriculum.